The brief
The top-rated middle schools in Portland for 2026 are Harriet Tubman Middle School (9.4/10), Kellogg Middle School (9.0/10), and Beaumont Middle School (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 25 middle schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Portland's 25 ranked middle schools span a wide performance range, with composite scores stretching from the low end up to Beaumont Middle School's leading 9.6 out of 10. Harriet Tubman Middle School (9.4) and Harrison Park School (9.2) round out the top tier, giving families several strong options across the metro. The average composite score sits at 7.1 out of 10, and 15 schools — 60% of those ranked — clear that 7-point threshold, meaning solid choices aren't limited to just a handful of standouts. The table below lets you sort by the metrics that matter most to your family, whether that's academic performance, student-to-teacher ratio, or school size. Scores and rankings draw on publicly available data to give you an apples-to-apples comparison across all 25 schools. Use the filters to narrow the list and find the right fit for your middle schooler.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.4
- 29.0
- 38.8
- 48.7
- 58.7
- 68.7
- 78.6
- 88.5
- 98.2
- 108.1
All 25 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.All 25
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Harriet Tubman Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 321student-teacher ratio 13.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 2Kellogg Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 677student-teacher ratio 16.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 3Beaumont Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 434student-teacher ratio 15.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 4Gray Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 471student-teacher ratio 20.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 5Hosford Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 517student-teacher ratio 20.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 6Jackson Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 710student-teacher ratio 19.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 7Sellwood Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 567student-teacher ratio 21.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 8Mt Tabor Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 504student-teacher ratio 18.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 9Stoller Middle SchoolBeaverton SD 48jstudents 1,032student-teacher ratio 24.0:1grades 6th–8th
- 10Tumwater Middle SchoolBeaverton SD 48jstudents 976student-teacher ratio 23.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 11West Sylvan Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 723student-teacher ratio 22.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 12Harrison Park SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 321student-teacher ratio 13.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 13Ockley Green Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 428student-teacher ratio 16.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 14Da Vinci Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 406student-teacher ratio 16.9:1grades 6th–8th
- 15Cedar Park Middle SchoolBeaverton SD 48jstudents 645student-teacher ratio 17.9:1grades 6th–8th
- 16Ron Russell Middle SchoolDavid Douglas SD 40students 752student-teacher ratio 16.0:1grades 6th–8th
- 17Floyd Light Middle SchoolDavid Douglas SD 40students 662student-teacher ratio 19.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 18Alice Ott Middle SchoolDavid Douglas SD 40students 582student-teacher ratio 18.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 19Lane Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 391student-teacher ratio 13.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 20George Middle SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 364student-teacher ratio 12.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 21Roseway Heights SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 549student-teacher ratio 14.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 22Parkrose Middle SchoolParkrose SD 3students 664student-teacher ratio 20.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 23Centennial Middle SchoolCentennial SD 28jstudents 867student-teacher ratio 21.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 24Hauton B Lee Middle SchoolReynolds SD 7students 646student-teacher ratio 16.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 25Oliver MiddleCentennial SD 28jstudents 447student-teacher ratio 24.8:1grades 6th–8th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Oregon education department. Rankings are relative to all public middle schools in Oregon. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Harriet Tubman Middle School
Portland SD 1j
321 students · 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 1% in Oregon
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 10.0
- Environment
- 9.5
- 2
Kellogg Middle School
Portland SD 1j
677 students · 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 5% in Oregon
- Academics
- 7.9
- Growth
- 10.0
- Environment
- 8.9
- 3
Beaumont Middle School
Portland SD 1j
434 students · 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 7% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 7.7
- Environment
- 9.5
- 4
Gray Middle School
Portland SD 1j
471 students · 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 8% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.2
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 6.8
- 5
Hosford Middle School
Portland SD 1j
517 students · 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 8% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 6.9
- 6
Jackson Middle School
Portland SD 1j
710 students · 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 9% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 7.4
- 7
Sellwood Middle School
Portland SD 1j
567 students · 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 10% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 6.3
- 8
Mt Tabor Middle School
Portland SD 1j
504 students · 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 11% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.2
- Growth
- 7.9
- Environment
- 8.5
- 9
Stoller Middle School
Beaverton SD 48j
1,032 students · 24.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 15% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.5
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 4.7
- 10
Tumwater Middle School
Beaverton SD 48j
976 students · 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 17% in Oregon
- Academics
- 8.9
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 4.8
Questions
What is the best middle school in Portland, Oregon?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Harriet Tubman Middle School is the top-rated middle school in Portland with a composite score of 9.4/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many middle schools are in Portland, Oregon?
Portland has 32 middle schools. Of these, 29 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average middle school rating in Portland?
Among 29 Portland middle schools with a composite score, the average is 7.0/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Oregon).
How does MySchoolScout rate middle schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Oregon, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Oregon, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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